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Interior Trend Report: A/W17 #05 Teracotta Tones

Brown has taken over, with the introduction of terracotta and tan tones. Danish studio Norm Architects use terracotta as their accent colour, mixed with neutral white wash wood floor and blended yarn curtains for Kinfolk magazine in Copenhagen. Brown was seen all over this year’s design shows in Milan, Paris and Stockholm in all types of materials. Using different textures and tones to create a space that exudes timeless elegance - woods, fabrics, glossy surfaces.

#05 TERRACOTTA TONES

Blended with timeless tan leather, the warm hue wraps effortlessly around the Bollo armchair by Fogia. Use glass elements to add transparency, use a fluted Ripple Carafe Set by Ferm Living, which also adds texture. Combine contrast and interest with white objects from Lyngby Porcelain, a classic Danish brand, which are both unique and utilitarian. Supplied in the UK by Trouva.

Like the ‘Millennial Pink’ trend, terracotta and brown tones work beautifully with the warmth of brass and cool monochromes. Keep it clean and avoid clashing - with any statement colour, stick to a set palette of no more than 3 colours in a singular space.

Above Right: Design Studio, Tham & Videgard use terracotta tone leather to accent a Member’s Club in Stockholm. Chosen to invigorate a place for creatives to congregate.

Drawing inspiration from our favourite cities of Stockholm and Copenhagen are well-known brands Hay, Menu, By Lassen, Muuto and New Works offering timeless design to the mass market. Championed by UK retailer Skandium. These brands focus on the finer details, rather than bold statements for a look that exudes modern elegance and promotes eco-sustainable materials.

Use London Designer, Klemens Schillinger’s concrete tabletop accessories inspired by architectural archetypes, in any space.

Tapware can make a huge difference, stand out by using matt black or blend in gloss white finishes. This trend is all about timelessness, for metallics try chrome rather than brass or copper. Especially in the kitchen, the Scandinavians love their native brands like Georg Jensen and Stelton.

Paris Fashion Week saw the encapsulation of numerous iconic styles that are still wearable today. Interiors are no different. Flos are championing the revival through decorative lighting, in collaboration with Michael Anastassiades. Try out the Angle Collection as pendants which add pools of seductive ambience. This trend comes from a place of impeccable taste. Curvaceous and geometric shapes in conjunction with a bold, sophisticated use of colour and rich metallics to add glamour.

#03 70’S DECO REVIVAL

Think layering of smoked glass, dark marble, walnut veneer and oversized furniture. Glamorous 70’s inspired interiors are layered, theatrical and elegant. Go bold with furniture, try a mixture of classic reclaimed pieces with inspired designs from today’s hottest brands including Gubi, Bethan Grey and Kelly Wearstler. Create a statement in any living space with a mix of old and new. Milo Baugman’s curved velvet club chair, accessorized with Hay’s simple gold tray set on a side table.

If you are looking for furniture or accessories inspired by the 70’s revival, The Conran Shop is the perfect one-stop-shop to go with many original pieces that have been reproduced on display. Including: Gio Ponti, Arne Jacobsen, Frank Rettenbacher and Eero Saarinen.

At last, terrazzo is back. Seen across bathrooms and kitchens as an accent finish, adding a welcome relief to single tonal spaces. Inspired by Martin Boyce, try using brass bands that outline the slabs to add extra glamour. Australia has seen this terrazzo take off on a huge scale with architects and designers using it in developments across the country - both in bathrooms, kitchens and accessories.

Interior Trend Report: A/W17 #02 Coloured Marble

Since high-street brands took the trend as their own, it is transitioning from traditional whites in Carrara and Statuario, toward coloured marble. Let’s face it - it’s been around long enough. Think peaches, blush pinks and inky blacks for a punch of colour.

#02 COLOURED MARBLE

Since Pantone’s Colour of the Year announcement of ‘Greenery’ olive has transformed into 2017’s mint and emerald, even Celine are using green marble in their stores worldwide, together with green inset carpet. If budgets are tight, a good solution is using porcelain tiles instead of natural stone. Porcelain alternatives are even used in high-end international developments. Design mogul, Sir Terence Conran describes green as having a “calming effect in the home and an ability to combine well with numerous colours”.

Use a combination of emerald, warm metallics and off-white. The 367 Hola Chair by Cassina in a light grey textured fabric is the perfect compliment to an all white dining table with subtle green accessories like the Marble Wall Clock by Menu (in collaboration with Norm Architects).

Interior Trend Report: A/W17 #01 Millennial Pink

We'd like to welcome Interior Stylist, Louise Parker of Studio Gabrielle back to our blog as she shares her forecast on the latest trends, products and materials for A/W 2017.

Just like fashion, interior trends are constantly changing, even between seasons. Louise Parker will be describeing 5 key trends informed by international projects and 2017’s design shows in Milan, Paris and Stockholm. This weeks blog is showcasing Millennial Pink.

#01 MILLENNIAL PINK

This season, colour is less pop and more sophisticated. The infamous ‘millennial’ pink has increased in popularity since Pantone’s Colour of the Year 2016 ‘Rose Quartz’. Blush, rose quartz or millennial pink, however you coin it, is being used everywhere. Highlighted by Marc Ange’s Le Refuge at Salone Del Mobile in Milan, which was the most Instagrammed installation of the event. A huge achievement with over 20,000 exhibitors.

The Stabile side table by Max Enrich adds clean minimalist lines to soft pink tones, avoiding turning the space into Barbie’s dream house. Add transparent elements in furniture and accessories, the Flower Vase by Marimekko or Gala Coffee Table by Habitat. Be bold or subtle, your choice. Introduce a feature wall in the bathroom with Techtile’s Concept Three: Nordic, a hexagonal mosaic tile with varying textures - use as an accent on the shower or bath wall.

Above: New players to the game, Zakkia. A young Australian homeware brand, supplied in the UK by online store Trouva. Pair pink with on-trend terrazzo for two trends in one, use white terrazzo for contrast. With a combination of brass and black accents, add warmth, statement punches and bring the hue into Autumn/Winter.

2017 trends from a buyer's perspective: Cevisama

The homeland of traditional ceramics has just wrapped up its 35th tile trade show, and along with hundreds of tile manufacturers, we ventured out to the Cevisima show in Valencia, Spain, to see first hand the emerging tile trends for 2017 and beyond. Sophie Chellar, techtile’s Junior Buyer shares her discoveries…

BRING BACK THE OLD.
2017 will see the re-emergence of the Terrazzo style tile through a porcelain reinterpretation. Terrazzo was originally discovered in Europe when Venetian workers needed a use for their discarded marble leftovers which were set into clay, and its versatility offers architects and designers a contemporary floor material that can work for both interior and exterior projects.

Although this style dates back to the 16th Century, the infusion of fashionable citrus colours along with the gold trimming of these tiles, brings the tile right up to date. Whether you love it or hate it, this is a flooring trend with a big aesthetic appeal!

SAY HELLO TO THE FEATURE WALLS.
Hexagons and geometric patterns continue to be right on trend as these tiles explore new colours, sizes and textures . We saw exciting and bold patterns being used in fresh ways to create striking interior designs. The chevron is an emerging tile trend, with variations in tones and shapes, making them perfect for any commercial or residential project and techtile are very excited to be promoting these tiles in 2017!

VINTAGE TRENDS.
Whether you want to create a high-quality period theme in your home or capture a shabby chic design, encaustic tiles are the way forward! These tiles have been a staple dating back to the Victorian times but 2017 will see them reach peak popularity. Cevisama showed us a vast array of elegant pattern options to give a vintage personality to your space as well as a splash of colour.

ADDING A BIT OF SPARKLE!
Gold is taking over as one of our favourite metallics and we were very excited to see this colour appearing on stands throughout the Cevisama show, adding a hint of luxury to the tiles coming out this year. Even if a gold tile isn’t for you, there were many more simplistic tiles with gold features, some of which we have brought back to our own studio!